As an optional addition to our Mt. Shasta Winter Backcountry Skills course, MedTreks is offering an official “Wilderness First Aid Certification” hosted by the Adventure Medicine & Utah Wilderness Medicine. This is a 2 day, 16 hour course with lecture and hands-on skills taught instructors with extensive medical and back country experience.
Patient assessment in the wilderness, injuries, hot & cold illnesses, wounds & burns, medical kits, patient carries and basic wilderness safety & rescue principles.
Upon successful completion, students will receive certification in Wilderness First Aid and Adult CPR. Accredited for Nursing CEUs by MedTreks with the core curriculum by Wilderness Medical Associates.
Includes: 16 hrs of lecture over 2 days with course materials.
Excludes: lodging & meals